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Connecting Kids for a Better Future

Education in Northwest Alabama took a step for a better tomorrow. On June 10, 2020, Tombigbee Communications hosted five superintendents, two congressional representatives and other education staff members to discuss ways internet could be provided to underserved students.   The meeting began with a message from Congressman Aderholt and an understanding of coming together to better children’s lives. Steve Foshee…

freedom FIBER Construction Slowed Due to Native American Lands

Freedom Fiber’s most recent expansion into Lamar County and the remaining Marion County has been halted due to sacred Native American land. The Native Americans involved have to approve the construction to move forward.   The potential Native American tribes involved have been reached out too, and have been held up on other matters concerning COVID-19. Once approved or 30 days have passed, the construction of Freedom Fiber will continue expansion at full speed, allowing…